Tuesday, 2 October 2012

How to Build a Fire Pit

An outdoor fire pit can be a great accessory for many homes. While it’s
possible to buy a commercially-produced fire pit or outdoor fireplace,
there are a number of ways one can build a fire pit on his or her own.
The following guide provides simple tips and tricks on how one can build
a fire pit.

When choosing a location for a fire pit, it’s essential to make sure
that it is at least 50 feet away from a home. Since some hot ashes may
become airborne, it’s essential to make sure that they won’t land on a
roof or other parts of a home. If hot ashes landed in a pile of leaves
in a home’s gutter, that home may be at a high risk of burning down.
It’s also important to make sure that a fire pit isn’t near any
overhanging trees or other flammable objects.

In addition, it’s a good idea to choose a location that is close to a
water source. If possible, try to set up a fire pit near a swimming pool
or hot tub. In an emergency, it’s possible to use water from a swimming
pool or hot tub to put out a fire. If an individual doesn’t have access
to a swimming pool or hot tub, it’s a good idea to make sure there is a
fire extinguisher within 50 feet of a fire pit.

It’s also a good idea to check with an insurance agent before installing
a fire pit. In some cases, insurance companies will deny coverage if a
fire pit is built without approval. However, this policy can vary with
different insurance carriers.

When building a fire pit, it’s a good idea to make sure there is no
grass or other flammable objects on the ground for at least 10 feet
surrounding the pit. If possible, try laying down stones and gravel
around a fire pit. This will reduce the risk of a fire spreading.

It’s also a good idea to make sure that a fire pit is at least 4 feet
deep. By building a very deep fire pit, it’s possible to ensure that
flames can’t escape from the sides. In addition, this can make it very
easy to add additional fuel to a fire. However, it’s important to make
sure that a fire pit isn’t so deep as to make escape impossible. If an
individual falls into a fire pit, he or she should be able to walk out
of it with ease.

In addition, it’s a good idea to line the base of a fire pit with clay.
Since some dirt can introduce moisture into a fire pit, it’s important
to make sure that there is a barrier between a fire and the wet ground.

A fire pit can be a rewarding way to enjoy the outdoors. In addition to
providing warmth, fire pits can foster a sense of community with one’s
family and one’s neighbors. They can also be an excellent way to enjoy
flame-broiled food.